Salcedo, Ferran Torres and the players to watch at the Under-19 European Championships

Armenia will play host to some of the continent's most promising youngsters over the next two weeks as the Euros kick into gear

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  Eric Garcia (Spain)

  The leader of Spain's defence is a player that Pep Guardiola has repeatedly heaped praise upon and recently promoted to his first team.

  Garcia came through the ranks of La Masia in Barcelona but moved to England in 2017 and he is now being tipped for a long and successful career at the Etihad.

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  Nicolo Fagioli (Italy)

  "We have a kid, from the 2001 category, and I'll say this: watching him play is a pleasure," gushed former former Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri.

  The "kid" in question is Nicolo Fagioli, who is regarded as one of the Bianconeri's most exciting prospects in years.

  Juventus Primavera's No.10 wears the same number for the Azzurri and excels not just as a playmaker but also playing in midfield or on the wing.

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  Benoit Badiashile (France)

  The Monaco colossus was ranked 22nd in the 2019 NxGn list and is a pillar of the French team coached by Lionel Rouxel. 

  Badiashile made 19 appearances for the Monaco first team in 2018-19 and his physique and anticipation make him a real talent in defence.

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  Goncalo Cardoso (Portugal)

  The Boavista centre-back is being followed by a host of top Italian clubs, including Parma and Lazio, after a fine season in the middle of defence for his current employers.

  Portugal have been strong in youth competition in recent years and if they are to make a splash at the Euros much will depend on Cardoso's talents at the back.

  However, he is also a threat in the other penalty area, scoring twice during the Toulon Tournament earlier this summer.